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Zambia Railways is Shaping Southern Africa’s Rail Network – Key Corridor Updates
In this episode of Coffee with the Editor, Phillippa Dean of Railways Africa Magazine speaks with Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) Board Chairperson, Mr. Emmanuel Hachipuka, covering Zambia’s pivotal role as a rail hub in Southern Africa. The discussion covers Zambia’s ambitious plans for regional rail connectivity, including the strategic role of TAZARA, recent progress on the Lobito Corridor, and partnerships shaping ZRL’s future.
Mr. Hachipuka provides updates on ZRL’s plans to secure funding for comprehensive track upgrades, acquisition of new rolling stock, and enhancing efficiency through critical rail corridors, including the Nacala and Kazungula Bridge projects. The conversation also touches on government-led efforts to streamline legislative frameworks for open-access operations.
Whether you’re interested in infrastructure and rolling stock opportunities, investment, or policy developments in African railways, this conversation offers an in-depth look at Zambia’s journey towards becoming a major player in regional and continental rail transport.
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By Phillippa DeanIn this episode of Coffee with the Editor, Phillippa Dean of Railways Africa Magazine speaks with Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) Board Chairperson, Mr. Emmanuel Hachipuka, covering Zambia’s pivotal role as a rail hub in Southern Africa. The discussion covers Zambia’s ambitious plans for regional rail connectivity, including the strategic role of TAZARA, recent progress on the Lobito Corridor, and partnerships shaping ZRL’s future.
Mr. Hachipuka provides updates on ZRL’s plans to secure funding for comprehensive track upgrades, acquisition of new rolling stock, and enhancing efficiency through critical rail corridors, including the Nacala and Kazungula Bridge projects. The conversation also touches on government-led efforts to streamline legislative frameworks for open-access operations.
Whether you’re interested in infrastructure and rolling stock opportunities, investment, or policy developments in African railways, this conversation offers an in-depth look at Zambia’s journey towards becoming a major player in regional and continental rail transport.